TOWN OF MINA, N.Y. (WKBW) — The Attorney General's Office is investigating after a Chautauqua County deputy was shot in the Town of Mina on Wednesday.
Two sheriff's deputies responded to a domestic incident Wednesday outside of a home on Mina French Creek Road.
Upon arrival, the deputies encountered a suspect who was armed. According to Sheriff James Quattrone, verbal commands were given before gunfire was exchanged between the deputies and the subject.
"Close to simultaneous," Sheriff Quattrone said. "We're still investigating that."
Emergency crews arrived and administered aid to one officer and the subject. The officer sustained non-life-threatening injuries to his hands.
Sheriff Quattrone said the subject, a middle-aged man, died at the scene.
This is a developing story; we will provide updates as they become available.
